In this time of deep divisions, many Americans have recognized the need to heal schisms, repair the social fabric, and restore trust and civility in public discourse. The Better Arguments Project is based on the premise that American civic life does not need fewer arguments; it needs Better Arguments. The project stems from the founding idea that America does not just contain arguments, America is an argument -- between federalist and anti-federalist worldviews, strong national government and local control, liberty and equality, individual rights and collective responsibility, color-blindness and color-consciousness, pluribus and unum. These definable polarities have shaped the project that is America from its inception. This report focuses on middle school students and educators, because it is believed it is particularly important to equip young people with the skills and tools they need not only to engage in Better Arguments among themselves but also to lead others in their lives and communities to do so. [The Better Arguments team includes: Eric Liu, Caroline Hopper and Seth Henderson. For "What Is a Better Argument? Report on Key Operating Principles," see ED604444.]